After managing to avoid relegation, Brighton will be hoping to enjoy a much better campaign in 2019/20. They kick it off with a tough game against Watford.
The one particular day that Watford fans have enjoyed over the past few years has been the opening day of the season.
This is because the Hornets haven’t lost their opening game since the 2006/07 season when they were beaten 2-1 by Everton. Since then, they have won six and drawn six games on match day one.
Meanwhile, the one day that Brighton fans have been dreading over the past few seasons is whenever they have had to come up against Watford.
The Seagulls have failed to score in five of their last seven competitive encounters with Watford – this includes the two games last season.
Their opening days of the season have also been rather poor with the team only managing one in the top flight. This was in 1980 when they beat Wolves 2-0 om the South coast.
Looking at the betting, Watford are the favourites to win however, they’re still quite reasonably priced. With that in mind, the recommendation is to back the home side at 10/11.
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Watford vs Brighton
PaddyPower Pre-Match Odds: Watford 10/11, Draw 23/10, Brighton 16/5*
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The one particular day that Watford fans have enjoyed over the past few years has been the opening day of the season.
This is because the Hornets haven’t lost their opening game since the 2006/07 season when they were beaten 2-1 by Everton. Since then, they have won six and drawn six games on match day one.
Meanwhile, the one day that Brighton fans have been dreading over the past few seasons is whenever they have had to come up against Watford.
The Seagulls have failed to score in five of their last seven competitive encounters with Watford – this includes the two games last season.
Their opening days of the season have also been rather poor with the team only managing one in the top flight. This was in 1980 when they beat Wolves 2-0 om the South coast.
Looking at the betting, Watford are the favourites to win however, they’re still quite reasonably priced. With that in mind, the recommendation is to back the home side at 10/11.
Recommendation
Watford to win – 10/11 bet365*
*prices correct at time of writing and are subject to change
**New customers only, limited to one per person. If you've previously had a Paddy Power account, you will not qualify for the offer. Place your FIRST bet on any Sportsbook market and it loses they will refund your stake in CASH. Max. refund for this offer is £10. T&Cs apply.
Head to Head Comparison
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